Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Width: 78.1mm (3.07in) Released: Feb 2023
Rank: #62
9 + 8 + 13 + 12 + 12 + 5 + 5 + 0 + 5 + 5 = 74
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 74 out of 100 across ten objectively measured categories, ranking #62 of 241 in the One Hand Phones index. At 78.1mm (3.07in) wide, it’s really a two-handed phone.
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Score breakdown
Verdict
A fantastic value considering that it differs from S24 Ultra by a small, incremental downgrade in processing speed, screen reflection and minor photo deficiencies. And it is smaller (easier to use) than the S24 Ultra. Samsung still promises 4 more years of OS updates making this one of the best options if you donât want to spend much.
PROs
fast SD 8 Gen 2 with UFS4.0 performance, 500ppi screen, great cameras: 200MP main + 2 x 10MP tele + 12MP ultrawide all with PDAF and a 12MP selfie with PDAF too!, Samsungâs mature and feature rich software and a full-blown best-on-the-market desktop replacement functionality
CONs
big 234gr phone, less than 24-hour battery life, no memory expansion and Samsungâs persistent effort to lock you into their ecosystem (updated Apr 13, 2025)
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Scored across ten categories by One Hand Phones, an independent ranking with no ads, sponsorships, or manufacturer relationships. Rankings updated Jun 17, 2026. See the full ranking of 241 phones →